setting

In a legal context, setting refers to the scheduled date and time for a legal proceeding, such as a trial or hearing. It also encompasses the broader context of the legal system, including the jurisdiction, legal traditions, and procedural rules that govern the conduct of legal affairs.

[Last reviewed in June of 2024 by the Wex Definitions Team]

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